IRCC Canada: Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is the Canadian government department responsible for handling immigration, refugee protection, and citizenship matters. The department was established in 1994 following a reorganization. Here's a breakdown of its key roles and services:
1. Immigration Services
+ Processing applications for permanent residence (PR), such
as through:
+ Express Entry
+ Provincial Nominee
Program (PNP)
+ Family
Sponsorship
+ Economic and
business immigration programs
+ Temporary residence permits for work, study, or
tourism
2. Refugee Protection
+ Managing refugee claims both inside and outside
Canada
+ Resettlement and protection for refugees facing
persecution
3. Citizenship Services
+ Processing applications for Canadian citizenship
+ Administering citizenship tests and ceremonies
4. Passport and Travel Documents
+ Issuing passports for Canadian citizens
+ Providing travel documents for non-citizens in specific
situations
How to Access IRCC Services
Website: www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship.html
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship.html
Contact: Call the IRCC customer service helpline (within Canada) at 1-888-242-2100
Online Applications: Apply for most services through the IRCC
Portal
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/immigration-citizenship.html